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Firm · « **Reply #7800 on:** April 21, 2022, 10:47:32 pm »

Yeah, super popular color. My Sonoma is Pewter Metallic (not sure if Light Pewter Met is different), if memory serves mine is paint code 382E, which was pretty popular. I wasn't a fan of the color then, but as I usually do, I bought the best truck I could get a good deal on and wasn't too worried about the color. Over time it grew on it, hides the dirt well, and when shined up I thought it looked decent, it was a good contrast to the dark tint and blingy rims.

I predicted it awhile ago, but the 800's are now starting to get a lot of attention - they were great trucks.

blur911 · « **Reply #7801 on:** April 22, 2022, 10:54:52 am »

Quote from: Firm on April 21, 2022, 10:47:32 pm

Yeah, super popular color. My Sonoma is Pewter Metallic (not sure if Light Pewter Met is different), if memory serves mine is paint code 382E, which was pretty popular. I wasn't a fan of the color then, but as I usually do, I bought the best truck I could get a good deal on and wasn't too worried about the color. Over time it grew on it, hides the dirt well, and when shined up I thought it looked decent, it was a good contrast to the dark tint and blingy rims.

I predicted it awhile ago, but the 800's are now starting to get a lot of attention - they were great trucks.

I had a 2002 regular cab 4x4 with a 4.8.
That was a great truck, too bad the frame was made of swiss-cheese.

Fobroader · « **Reply #7802 on:** April 22, 2022, 10:57:03 am »

Quote from: Firm on April 21, 2022, 10:47:32 pm

Yeah, super popular color. My Sonoma is Pewter Metallic (not sure if Light Pewter Met is different), if memory serves mine is paint code 382E, which was pretty popular. I wasn't a fan of the color then, but as I usually do, I bought the best truck I could get a good deal on and wasn't too worried about the color. Over time it grew on it, hides the dirt well, and when shined up I thought it looked decent, it was a good contrast to the dark tint and blingy rims.

I predicted it awhile ago, but the 800's are now starting to get a lot of attention - they were great trucks.

My 06 2500 was that color as well.

OliverD · « **Reply #7803 on:** April 22, 2022, 11:48:45 am »

Quote from: Firm on April 21, 2022, 10:47:32 pm

Yeah, super popular color. My Sonoma is Pewter Metallic (not sure if Light Pewter Met is different), if memory serves mine is paint code 382E, which was pretty popular. I wasn't a fan of the color then, but as I usually do, I bought the best truck I could get a good deal on and wasn't too worried about the color. Over time it grew on it, hides the dirt well, and when shined up I thought it looked decent, it was a good contrast to the dark tint and blingy rims.

I predicted it awhile ago, but the 800's are now starting to get a lot of attention - they were great trucks.

Your Sonoma is older though, right? I think that the Light Pewter was more of a silver (which was gaining popularity at the time) and the earlier pewter was a bit darker. What annoyed me most about it wasn't just that it was super popular on the trucks but it was popular across the entire Chevy lineup. Cavaliers, Corvettes, Camaros, Impalas, Blazers, etc.

Bubba · « **Reply #7804 on:** April 22, 2022, 01:31:31 pm »

One of the most insane cars ever made.

2009 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series

Gurgie · « **Reply #7805 on:** April 22, 2022, 02:28:08 pm »

Quote from: Bubba on April 22, 2022, 01:31:31 pm

One of the most insane cars ever made.

2009 Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG Black Series

I saw that on BAT earlier this morning...

ChaosphereIX · « **Reply #7806 on:** April 22, 2022, 02:49:05 pm »

Oh boy, I like that a lot.

Fobroader · « **Reply #7807 on:** April 22, 2022, 03:05:35 pm »

Well thats just drop dead gorgeous!!!

Firm · « **Reply #7808 on:** April 22, 2022, 06:03:18 pm »

Quote from: OliverD on April 22, 2022, 11:48:45 am

Quote from: Firm on April 21, 2022, 10:47:32 pm
Yeah, super popular color. My Sonoma is Pewter Metallic (not sure if Light Pewter Met is different), if memory serves mine is paint code 382E, which was pretty popular. I wasn't a fan of the color then, but as I usually do, I bought the best truck I could get a good deal on and wasn't too worried about the color. Over time it grew on it, hides the dirt well, and when shined up I thought it looked decent, it was a good contrast to the dark tint and blingy rims.

I predicted it awhile ago, but the 800's are now starting to get a lot of attention - they were great trucks.

Your Sonoma is older though, right? I think that the Light Pewter was more of a silver (which was gaining popularity at the time) and the earlier pewter was a bit darker. What annoyed me most about it wasn't just that it was super popular on the trucks but it was popular across the entire Chevy lineup. Cavaliers, Corvettes, Camaros, Impalas, Blazers, etc.

Mine is a 2000, so not really older, but I know from my original attempts to fine a proper color match, there were different versions and shades of 'GM pewter at the time'. Mine has more beige in it than others.

OliverD · « **Reply #7809 on:** April 22, 2022, 06:51:25 pm »

Quote from: Firm on April 22, 2022, 06:03:18 pm

Quote from: OliverD on April 22, 2022, 11:48:45 am
Quote from: Firm on April 21, 2022, 10:47:32 pm
Yeah, super popular color. My Sonoma is Pewter Metallic (not sure if Light Pewter Met is different), if memory serves mine is paint code 382E, which was pretty popular. I wasn't a fan of the color then, but as I usually do, I bought the best truck I could get a good deal on and wasn't too worried about the color. Over time it grew on it, hides the dirt well, and when shined up I thought it looked decent, it was a good contrast to the dark tint and blingy rims.

I predicted it awhile ago, but the 800's are now starting to get a lot of attention - they were great trucks.

Your Sonoma is older though, right? I think that the Light Pewter was more of a silver (which was gaining popularity at the time) and the earlier pewter was a bit darker. What annoyed me most about it wasn't just that it was super popular on the trucks but it was popular across the entire Chevy lineup. Cavaliers, Corvettes, Camaros, Impalas, Blazers, etc.

Mine is a 2000, so not really older, but I know from my original attempts to fine a proper color match, there were different versions and shades of 'GM pewter at the time'. Mine has more beige in it than others.

Ah, for some reason I thought yours was before the '98 facelift for some reason.

BWII · « **Reply #7810 on:** April 23, 2022, 08:43:20 am »

God looking truck Firm.

blur911 · « **Reply #7811 on:** April 23, 2022, 09:01:12 am »

https://vancouver.craigslist.org/rds/rvs/d/hope-rare-classic-gmc-motorhome/7474243177.html

A nice one FS in Hope, BC, $35k

blur911 · « **Reply #7812 on:** April 24, 2022, 09:58:31 am »

I found a Silverado for a good price, needs some bodywork

Bubba · « **Reply #7813 on:** April 24, 2022, 12:57:36 pm »

Quote from: blur911 on April 24, 2022, 09:58:31 am

I found a Silverado for a good price, needs some bodywork

That'll buff right out.

Bubba · « **Reply #7814 on:** April 29, 2022, 11:45:19 am »

Current bid: $31,963 with 6 days to go. An extraordinary amount this early in the auction.

1963 Volkswagen Type 3 Notchback

Arthur Dent · « **Reply #7815 on:** April 29, 2022, 12:03:32 pm »

https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/calgary/1936-austin-7-2-door-sedan/m1042871

I love this one.

Found some restoration photos - https://jellybeanautocrafters.com/?page_id=1712

OliverD · « **Reply #7816 on:** April 29, 2022, 12:11:25 pm »

Quote from: Bubba on April 29, 2022, 11:45:19 am

Current bid: $31,963 with 6 days to go. An extraordinary amount this early in the auction.

1963 Volkswagen Type 3 Notchback

Saw that last night. Not sure I've ever seen a Type 3 notchback. Neat looking car.

How about this 161 mile 2017 Ferrari LaFerrari Aperta, currently at $4,690,420 with ten days to go. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2017-ferrari-laferrari-aperta/

Or a 1943 Chrysler M4A4 Sherman Tank. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1942-chrysler-m4a4-sherman/

ktm525 · « **Reply #7817 on:** April 29, 2022, 12:34:03 pm »

Quote from: blur911 on April 23, 2022, 09:01:12 am

https://vancouver.craigslist.org/rds/rvs/d/hope-rare-classic-gmc-motorhome/7474243177.html

A nice one FS in Hope, BC, $35k

Based on your experience is this a good asking price?

blur911 · « **Reply #7818 on:** April 29, 2022, 01:33:36 pm »

Quote from: ktm525 on April 29, 2022, 12:34:03 pm

Quote from: blur911 on April 23, 2022, 09:01:12 am
https://vancouver.craigslist.org/rds/rvs/d/hope-rare-classic-gmc-motorhome/7474243177.html

A nice one FS in Hope, BC, $35k

Based on your experience is this a good asking price?

It has some nice upgrades and looks to have been someone's baby. Hard to tell of course from photos, but it looks like it could be worth it.

The lower mileage drivetrain is nice, as is the disk brakes.
Some more details would be nice, like does it have fuel injection?
If you're towing, does it have lower final drive gears?
What added goodies do I see under the steering wheel?
How old are the tires, fuel lines, brake lines, coolant lines, etc.?
What other upgrades.

IF everything is sorted with nice upgrades and it looks good, it's worth it. (I see it has the rear AC, nice if it's hot)

Also, for comparison, they are asking $45kUSD for this '78
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1GKlIS08FVNVfTkyrprIb_JYcuwV69-QF

ktm525 · « **Reply #7819 on:** April 29, 2022, 02:06:50 pm »

I need you to come and inspect it. One of the only real fears I have for something like this is the 455 and the fuel economy in a world of high gas price as it makes longer distance touring expensive. I no longer have a close contact in the lower mainland so it is a big commitment to go have a look in person.